Supreme Court to Hear DACA/DAPA Case

Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will consider the
arguments concerning Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) and
the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

If the law is passed, this will allow millions of potential immigrants
the chance to attain temporary lawful residency status, the ability to
work, and many other benefits. It will also help reunite families who
have become separated under the current laws. As of now, both DAPA and
the expanded form of DACA have not yet been implemented.

Understanding DACA and DAPA

DAPA can grant the parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents the
ability deferred actions status, which delays deportation and allows the
individual to reside in the U.S. legally. DACA applies to children of
U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

When Will the Matter Be Resolved?

DACA and DAPA were announced more than a year ago, however, the federal
courts are still standing in the way due to actions challenged by more
than 25 other states. These states have filed lawsuits, arguing that these
policies are a violation of many federal and Constitutional statutes.
Because of this, millions of immigrants who may have been benefitted from
either of the policies are still left to wait.

The timeline of deliberations over the case projects that a decision may
be made in the early summer months. DACA and DAPA have been a hallmark
of President Obama and many Democratic officials, and has been a contentious
matter since its unveiling.

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